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Greg, a quiet twelve‑year‑old who loves chess, is nervous about a six‑month stay with his grandmother in Pineville, Illinois. While there, he becomes involved with the outgoing Nolan family, and a serious girl who plays chess with him. Through these interactions, Greg discovers loyalty and the importance of friendships that truly matter. Set in the 1980s, the story explores themes of companionship, personal growth, and the strategic world of chess from a young perspective.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Mary Francis Shura
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